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Oregon rundown: Sneak peek at the Utah Utes

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Utah has allowed 13 sacks in the last three games, including four last week against Arizona State. As a result, quarterback Travis Wilson has struggled, including a 6-for-21 effort last week.
(The Associated Press)

Utes this season: Utah pulled off one of college football’s biggest upsets this season, beating Stanford 27-21 on Oct. 12 in Salt Lake City. But it has been the Utes’ only victory in conference play. Utah is coming off a 20-19 loss to Arizona State during which they squandered a 12-point lead, eventually giving up the lead with 2:40 left. The Utes are struggling on the offensive line, which has had trouble providing time for quarterback Travis Wilson to throw. Against Arizona State last week, Wilson was 6-for-21 for 121 yards and two touchdowns and two interceptions.

Star power: Utah’s special teams have played well, including kicker Andy Phillips, who has made 16-of-19 field goals, including a 51-yarder last week. Punter Tom Hackett averaged 50.6 yards on nine punts last week, including a 70-yarder.

Did you know: Utah has allowed 13 sacks in the last three games.

Threat level (1-5 scale): 3. Utah has beaten Stanford and had a one-point loss to Arizona State and an overtime loss to Oregon State. Combined with the uncertainty of Oregon quarterback Marcus Mariota and his left knee, this game presents more of concern than any other .500 team.